asked the Minister for Education what new schools it is proposed to build in South-West Cork; what schools in the area are to be reconstructed or repaired; and when he expects the work to be completed in each case.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - South-West Cork Schools.
With your permission, a Cheann Comhairle, I propose to circulate for inclusion in the Official Report a statement giving the information requested by the Deputy.
Following is the statement:
NATIONAL SCHOOLS.
New Schools |
Present Position |
(a) KnockskaghSt. Mary's, DunmanwayDrinagh Boys and GirlsGlandore/Reenogrenna |
These schools are in course of erection. It is anticipated that these projects will be completed within six months approximately. |
(b) UrhanClonakilty ConventDerrycloughRossmoreInchiclough |
Grants have been sanctioned for the erection of these schools. Contracts have not yet been placed. |
(c) Ardagh BoysBaltimoreRosscarbery ConventCastletownCorronKilgariffeBallygurteen |
A site has been offered. Office of Public Works have been asked to prepare sketch plans if site is suitable. |
(d) DerrinacahanaEyeriesLislevaneCourtmacsherryDerryconneryBallinakillaButlerstownGlengarriff |
Managers have been requested to obtain sites. |
It is not possible to say at this stage when the work at (b), (c) and (d) will be completed.
Renovations and Improvements.
New Schools |
Present Position |
(e) KnockbeeCurriglass |
A scheme of improvements is being carried out. It is anticipated that these works will be completed within two months. |
VOCATIONAL SCHOOLS.
A four room extension to Macroom vocational school has been approved in principle. The project is at a preliminary stage of planning.